<p><strong>Watch the video version on YouTube!<em> </em></strong><em>.</em></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://youtu.be/NuSmiHX27eU">https://youtu.be/NuSmiHX27eU</a> <em>.</em></p><p></p><p><strong>Apprenticeship to Manager: Building Early Years Leaders</strong> .</p><p>Join Kathy Leatherbarrow as she continues her discussion with <strong>Natalie Healey</strong>, Head of Operations, and <strong>Laura Salmon</strong>, Head of Early Years, from Banana Moon Franchise Support Office. This episode dives into the crucial role of early years apprenticeships in addressing the sector's recruitment crisis and building a clear, supportive career path from apprentice to nursery manager and beyond.</p><p></p><p>Key Discussion Points:</p><ul><li>The increasing importance of quality Early Years apprenticeships.</li><li>The philosophy of <strong>'grow your own talent'</strong> in solving the sector's recruitment crisis.</li><li>Building a clear career pathway from <strong>apprentice to future leader</strong> and manager.</li><li>Developing <strong>structured induction programmes</strong> that align curriculum and course content.</li><li>The value of support networks, such as <strong>mentor groups</strong> and peer-to-peer sharing.</li><li>Demonstrating the role is a fulfilling <strong>career path</strong> with potential for progression to business ownership.</li><li>The essential link between <strong>Continuous Professional Development (CPD)</strong> and effective leadership.</li></ul><p>Guests:</p><ul><li><strong>Natalie Healey</strong> - Head of Operations at Banana Moon Franchise Support Office</li><li><strong>Laura Salmon</strong> - Head of Early Years at Banana Moon Franchise Support Office</li></ul><p></p><p>Host:</p><ul><li><strong>Kathy Leatherbarrow</strong> - Early Years Consultant at Eden Training Solutions</li></ul><p></p><p><strong>How to Connect:</strong> We'd love to hear your experiences and insights on building career pathways in Early Years. Connect with us on social media or send us an email to share your thoughts and join the conversation: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.eden-ts.com"><strong>www.eden-ts.com</strong></a></p><p>#EarlyYearsInsights #EdenTrainingSolutions #Apprenticeships #EarlyYearsCareers #GrowYourOwnTalent #CPD #EarlyYearsLeaders #RecruitmentCrisis #WorkforceDevelopment</p><p>Thank you for listening to "Early Years Insights." Stay tuned for more essential discussions in early childhood development.</p>